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College Planning Presentation Presenters: SHS Counselors-- Laurie Christenson and James Miller

Types of Colleges  Community College  Technical School  Apprenticeship  Military/Military Academies  Four Year University

Community College  Public institution  Preparation for technical careers  Credits transfer to 4 year college or university  No admission requirements  Economically Priced  Many programs offered  Apprenticeship  Associate Degree  Certificate  Journeyman Programs

Technical/Trade School  Provides certificates of completion  Cannot provide degrees  Must be licensed by the state  Certifications = License for specific careers  Automotive  Cosmetology  Heating/cooling

Apprenticeship  Hands-on job training  Classroom Study  Completion time varies  Registered Apprenticeships—U.S. Dept of Labor  goo.gl/yS1brN  MAT 2  mitalent.org/mat2

Military  Military Academy—tuition free.  Must have Strong GPA and Strong ACT/SAT scores  Be physically fit  Nominated by a Congressman, Senator, or Vice President  ROTC program at many colleges—may provide full ride scholarships  Enlisted  Learn a Trained Skill  Tuition Reimbursement

Four Year College and University  Public or Private college or university  Specific admissions requirements  Room & Board typically available  Degrees:  Associate Degree: 2-4 years to complete  Bachelor Degree: 4-6 years to complete  Masters Degree: 6 or more years to complete  Doctorate Degree: 8 or more years to complete

…more facts about Four Year College and University  Most schools accept most applicants—68% of applicants in the United States are accepted  Highly selective schools are well known, but small in number (fewer than 100)  Approximately 150 schools have more than 20,000 students  Most colleges have less than 2,500 students!

What do Four Year College/University look for in an applicant?  A rigorous high school curriculum through senior year that challenges the student. With a strong GPA!  Solid scores on standardized tests (SAT/ACT)  A well-written essay, if required, that is proofread  Highlight special talents or experiences  Genuine curiosity and interest in leadership  Demonstrated leadership in activities — begin a running record of all activities  Active enthusiasm shown through college visits and contacts

What you should look for in a College/University  Size: Small, Medium, or Large  Type: Public or Private  Location: Urban, Suburbs, or Rural  Distance from home: Close or Far  Cost: Scholarships, Financial Aid  Majors: Field of Study  Athletics/Activities : Specific sports or activities of interest  Access to Professors  Percentage of students who graduate in 4-5 years  Percentage of students who find employment in chosen career within a year of graduation  See College Comparison Worksheet for more items to consider

Planning Junior Year

November—December  Participate in College Visits at SHS  Meet with your counselor  Start a list of potential colleges  Start/update academic resume (honors, awards, classes,…etc.)  Start/update activity resume (sports, clubs, leadership positions, community service…etc.)

January—February  Prepare for the April SAT  Consider and/or take the April or June ACT  Complete a list of possible colleges/careers  Work with parents/guardians in your planning  Visit College Planning websites (i.e. www.knowhow2go.org or www.collegeboard.org )  Visit Career Planning websites (i.e. www.careercruising.com or www.bls.gov/ooh)

March—April  SAT test in April (can send scores up to 4 schools)  ACT test in April or June (can send scores up to 4 schools)  Set a strong senior schedule  Visit colleges during February and Spring Break  Prepare a list of questions to ask on campus visits (see College Comparison Worksheet)  Plan to attend the NACAC College Fair in March  Set up your Parchment Account for Transcripts (students will set up their account when they schedule. Parents can set up a parent account at www.parchment.com )

May—June  Check out online college applications for specifics  Investigate scholarship opportunities & deadlines (www.fastweb.com and counseling web page for local scholarships)  Talk with teachers about recommendation letters if required for college application/scholarship  Consider a summer job, volunteering, or internship  Consider a college summer academic program  If a possible Division I or II athlete, register with NCAA (www.eligibilitycenter.org ) or NAIA (www.playnaia.org )

Planning for Senior Year

August—September  Continue to Participate in College Visits at SHS  Re-take ACT or SAT if needed  Begin completing online college applications (regular decision, early decision, early action?)  Request teacher recommendation if required  Once online application is submitted, order transcript to be sent to college (www.parchment.com )  If SAT or ACT test scores have not already been sent, order scores to be sent (www.act.org or www.collegeboard.org )  Begin gathering previous year’s tax return in preparation for FAFSA

October —January  Work with parents to complete the FAFSA at fafsa.ed.gov  Continue to participate in College visits at SHS  Re-take SAT or ACT if needed  Continue completing online college applications, ordering transcripts, and, if necessary, sending test scores  Continue looking and applying for scholarships  Continue visiting college campuses  Continue Pursuing Academic Excellence

February—April  Compare schools and their financial aid offers (use the various cost calculators to help evaluate)  Commit to school and send in deposit

May—July  May 1 st — National College Commitment Day. If you haven’t committed, you must commit no later than this day  Request your final transcript be sent to your college (www.parchment.com )  Participate in College Orientation  Breathe a huge sigh of relief. YOU MADE IT!

Helpful Websites  www.act.org  www.collegeboard.org (SAT, AP, College Cost calculators, college searches, career searches…etc.)  www.parchment.com (transcripts)  stevenson.livoniapublicschools.org (click on Counseling)  www.careercruising.com (username: stevenson password: spartans)  http://milmi.org/ (Michigan’s Hot 50 jobs for 2022)  www.michigancollegeguide.com  www.michigan.gov/mistudentaid  studentaid.ed.gov  fafsa.ed.gov

Thank You for Attending!  Questions